Puri, Odisha · Puri travel guide
Large holy tank, Chandan Yatra host.
A large, holy tank built in the 15th century, a central location for the Chandan Yatra festival.
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 6–8 AM — calm water, temple bells, soft light; 5:30–7 PM — evening glow on the tank |
| Avoid | 12–3 PM — hot and shadeless |
| Best months | Nov–Mar |
| Months to avoid | May–Jun |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 6 AM–9 PM |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups, Wheelchair |
| Rating | 4.5 / 5 on Google (513 reviews) |
Chandan Yatra (April-May) fills the tank with festival boats and crowds; winter is calm.
Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
6–8 AM, for calm water, temple bells, soft light. The best months are Nov–Mar.
Entry is free.
Mon–Sun: 6 AM–9 PM.
Cover shoulders and knees near the shrine